2. soak several handfuls of greens in a bowl full of cold water.
swish the greens around with your hands and then let them sit
until the dirt settles to the bottom of the bowl.

3. skim the leaves off the top of the water and put into
a salad spinner (or colander). whatever you use
(salad spinner, paper towels) get the leaves as dry as you can.
(the dressing won't stick to wet lettuce.)

4. once leaves are completely dry, dress them with a homemade dressing.
Alice recommends you use your hands so you don't crush
the leaves and so you can intuitively feel when you've used enough dressing.